Decubitus, or bed sores, are pressure ulcers caused by prolonged pressure on soft tissues, often resulting from immobility and lying or sitting in the same position for extended periods of time. Often associated with paralysis, bed sores can also occur in bedridden patients who are unable to move or turn themselves and in those who …
Pressure sores, also known as bedsores or pressure sores, are a common problem. They occur anywhere on the body where pressure is applied for an extended period of time. While they can be painful and cause a lot of discomfort to the patient, they can also lead to more serious health problems. In this article, …
Mattresses are an effective weapon against bedsores. Paired with an electric pump, the alternating mattresses combat pressure sores through their preventive and curative effects. Curious about the possibilities of an electric pump and interested in its properties? Then read on quickly! What is an antidecubitus pump? An antidecubitus pump is an electrical device used with …
Within the wide range of special mattresses, you might not see the wood for the proverbial trees. Therefore you will find below a description of mattresses that can help in the fight against bedsores. Did you know that an anti-decubitus mattress can help prevent and cure pressure sores? Different materials and techniques are used for …
You would think that when it comes to pressure sores, there would be no problem in hospitals. Hospitals are places where there is enough medical knowledge to preventively combat pressure sores. At least, you would think so. Yet it is wrong to think that hospitals are immune from pressure sores. In fact, several studies show …
The seating area, which we will discuss in more detail in this blog, is a high-risk spot when it comes to pressure sores. So preventing pressure sores in wheelchair users is also a high priority. Why? We’ll explain that to you below. The good news is that there are aids that help prevent pressure sores. …
People who lie down a lot are especially prone to pressure sores. Preventing bedsores when lying down for a long time is therefore very important. Especially for bedridden people, one should look for aids that can prevent pressure sores. In the blog below, we discuss how this can be tackled. Curious about existing solutions? Then …
The topic of pressure ulcers (bedsores) is high on the agenda in nursing homes. And that’s a good thing, because the risk among the elderly is particularly high. The fact that attention is paid to it, however, does not mean that effective solutions are put in place. And that is exactly what is needed, because …
A low-air loss mattress is an effective tool against bedsores (pressure sores). However, there are numerous options you have to make the right choice. When do you choose a low-air-loss mattress and what are its benefits? You’ll read about it below! What is a low air loss antidecubitus mattress? A low-air loss mattress, as the …
An alternating mattress is an effective tool in the fight against bedsores. An alternating pressure mattress is also called an interchangeable pressure mattress. How does this antidecubitus product work? And when do you best deploy this type of mattress? Then read on quickly. What is an alternating mattress? An alternating mattress is a mattress that …